Best 3 Graham Cracker Cheesecake Crust Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors and textures that is a graham cracker cheesecake crust. This classic dessert component combines the sweet, buttery crunch of graham crackers with the rich and creamy embrace of a cheesecake filling. It is a culinary masterpiece that elevates any occasion, from casual gatherings to grand celebrations. With its versatility, it can be paired with various cheesecake fillings, from classic vanilla to decadent chocolate or tangy fruit flavors. This article presents a collection of delectable graham cracker cheesecake crust recipes, each a testament to this culinary delight's timeless appeal. From the simple and straightforward to the more elaborate and adorned, these recipes cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Embark on a journey of culinary exploration as you discover the perfect graham cracker cheesecake crust recipe to complement your next cheesecake creation.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GRAHAM CRACKER CHEESECAKE CRUST



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I adopted this recipe from the Recipezaar account. I had already made it and I knew it was a winner!

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 13m

Yield 1 crust, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix all ingredients together and press evenly across bottom of a inch springform pan.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes; cool and fill.

STRAWBERRY-TOPPED CHEESECAKE WITH GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



Strawberry-Topped Cheesecake with Graham Cracker Crust image

Categories     Cake     Berry     Cheese     Dairy     Dessert     Bake     Fourth of July     Cream Cheese     Strawberry     Party     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 18

For crust
20 whole graham cracker (10 ounces total), broken
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, diced
1/2 cup packed golden brown sugar
For filling
4 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
1 3/4 cups sugar
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
5 large eggs
For topping
2 cups sour cream
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 16-ounce baskets strawberries, hulled
1 18-ounce jar raspberry jelly

Steps:

  • Make crust:
  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Wrap foil around outside of 10-inch-diameter springform pan with 3-inch-high sides. Combine graham crackers, butter and sugar in processor. Using on/off turns, blend until crumbs begin to stick together. Press crumbs onto bottom and 2 3/4 inches up sides of springform pan. Bake crust 10 minutes. Transfer to rack and cool while preparing filling. Maintain oven temperature.
  • Make filling:
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla and salt in large bowl until very smooth. Beat in flour. Add eggs and beat just until blended, stopping occasionally to scrape down sides of bowl. Pour batter into crust.
  • Bake cheesecake until outer 2-inch edge of cake os puffed and slightly cracked, center is just set and top is brown in spots, about 55 minutes. Transfer cake to rack. Cool 10 minutes. Maintain oven temperature.
  • Make topping:
  • Whisk sour cream, sugar and vanilla in medium bowl to blend.
  • Spoon topping over cake, spreading to edge of pan. Bake until topping is just set, about 5 minutes. Remove from oven. Run knife between crust and pan.
  • Cool hot cake in pan on rack, Chill overnight.
  • Release pan sides from cheesecake. Arrange whole berries, points facing up, atop cheesecake; cover completely. Stir jelly in heavy small saucepan over medium-=low heat until melted.Cool to barely lukewarm, about 5 minutes. Brush enough jelly over berries to glaze generously, allowing some to drip between berries. Reserve remaining glaze in saucepan. (Cake and glaze can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover cake and refrigerate.)
  • Rewarm remaining glaze until pourable. Cut cake into wedges. Pass remaining glaze separately.

VEGAN GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST (FOR VEGAN CHEESECAKE)



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Make and share this Vegan Graham Cracker Crust (For Vegan Cheesecake) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lindsey Lawrence

Categories     Pie

Time 10m

Yield 1 crust

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (which has honey in it so it's not "technically" vegan)
2 -3 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons water
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • Mix together all the ingredients in a medium bowl.
  • Use your fingers or the back of a spoon to press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a pie plate or cheesecake pan.

Tips:

  • For a classic graham cracker crust, use a combination of graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
  • To make a chocolate graham cracker crust, add cocoa powder to the graham cracker crumbs before mixing with the melted butter and sugar.
  • For a nutty graham cracker crust, add chopped walnuts or pecans to the graham cracker crumbs before mixing with the melted butter and sugar.
  • To make a gluten-free graham cracker crust, use gluten-free graham crackers or make your own gluten-free graham cracker crumbs.
  • For a vegan graham cracker crust, use vegan butter and sugar, and omit the eggs.
  • To make a no-bake graham cracker crust, simply combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl and press into the bottom of a pie plate.
  • To make a baked graham cracker crust, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until it is golden brown.

Conclusion:

No matter what your dietary restrictions or preferences are, there is a graham cracker crust recipe that will work for you. With its simple ingredients and endless variations, the graham cracker crust is a versatile and delicious foundation for any pie or cheesecake. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to make a delicious dessert, give one of these graham cracker crust recipes a try.

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